 Jane Hall — Team Aussie
Meet the woman who may be the world's most accomplished expedition racer.
Jane
by kaiser,
Wed Apr 7 17:36:58 1999
hi jane, you're great!
Jane
by texzlat,
Fri Apr 9 14:10:21 1999
Hi jane...
Hello from Chile.
I ll be waiting your answer.
Bye
Team Aussie
by ghmorrow,
Fri Apr 9 17:21:30 1999
Hello Jane,
I respectfully consider you the "Michael Jordan" of adventure racing. What would you say is the most important attribute of a successful adventure athlete? And will Team Aussie be pushing for another victory in Patagonia this year?
Cheers,
Greg
Jane
by fatchance,
Sat Apr 10 11:24:47 1999
helo jane ,want to know how you manage to get all the stamina for such a grulling adventure ,do you train for month in advance or what sincerely yours shelbywh@velocity.net
Jane
by kodac713,
Sun Apr 11 22:59:10 1999
Hey Jane; I watched your team on the Morrocco expedition and it was really aspiring. It encouraged me so much that i want to start a team of my own hopefully for the year 2000. My team will be the youngest of them all. I will try to recruit members 21 to 25. I t will be most benificail to me if you would share some of your ideas with me.
Jane
by ladyice,
Mon Apr 12 00:07:12 1999
As a marine biologist how is it to trek around on land? Do you just stop and look around yourself and your teammates at the wonders of that spread out in front of you?
Have you ever heard of teams that their members have just froze up from the fatigue and gazed out onto the horizon?
Keep the adventure going.......
Jane
by redcell8,
Mon Apr 12 00:33:23 1999
You are a true inspiration. Keep up the good work!
Jane
by zafie,
Mon Apr 12 00:43:23 1999
first off, congrats on a job well done. second, i just finished watching the first half of the race, and one of the comments you made related to how you disliked the cold. then i read that you are planning to go to the challenge in Patagonia, which features mountaineering thru ice and snow covered mountains. what do you plan to do to prepare for what is certain to be a very unpleasant experience?
Jane
by apple0milo,
Mon Apr 12 01:24:47 1999
Congradulations, I wish I could have been there. How did you get involved with the Eco-challenge?
Many future good wills.
milo
Jane
by duncanadamson,
Mon Apr 12 07:39:38 1999
I'm a big fan of yours!! A couple of questions...
First, about how much does it cost to do an EcoChallenge (entry fees, travel, gear, etc.).
Second, can any team that pays the entry fee get in, or is there a process? How many teams apply each year, and how many get in?
Thanks!
Jane
by solsonkelmaolcom,
Mon Apr 12 09:13:45 1999
I really admire you for your strength and endurance.
Last year was the first time I seen the ECO Challenge and fell in love with it. This is a major dream of mine.
Please tell me how they picked you and your team members (or how you and your team got invited) to enter this competition? How much does it cost?
I am very serious about getting involved in this as it has now turned into a life time goal for me.
Thank you Jane for you are a true inspiration for me.
Sherry Olson-Kelm
solsonkelm@aol.com
Jane
by blank4,
Mon Apr 12 09:25:36 1999
What is the most difficult challenge you have come accross in your Eco-Challenge career?
Pam LeBlanc
Jane
by ngraham,
Mon Apr 12 09:30:18 1999
Jane, you are an inspiration to myself as a woman AND an athelete. As a current marathoner, what would you suggest I add to my list in terms of sports and competitions to prepare for an eventual ECOChallenge?
Dame Jane
by rodgermcfarlane,
Mon Apr 12 09:31:59 1999
The "Michael Jordan" of adventure racing, indeed! Personally, I intend to speak to the Queen about knighthood. Dame Jane; I like the sound of that. You, my sister, are the standard by which the rest of us mere mortals are measured. A pleasure and an honor to orbit your universe.
Much love,
Rodger McFarlane
McRodger@aol.com
Jane
by budge2000,
Mon Apr 12 09:32:34 1999
Jane, I am in awe of you and everyone who attempts the eco-challenge every year. I look up to you in every way and would love to enter the eco-challenge myself someday. I was just wondering how if you could give me a little information on how to become a participant in the challenge
Thank you very much,
from your future competitor
Jane
by moniquekarlen,
Mon Apr 12 09:34:53 1999
Jane--
I was watching the eco-challenge Morocco last night and was in awe of the participants and the physical and mental fortitude that is necessary to sustain a team through such an event! You are really inspiring and quite apparently the "queen" of the eco-challenge! Congratulations! You give women everywhere the desire to challenge their limits! Keep racing!
Monique Karlen
Madison, Wisconsin
Jane
by budge2000,
Mon Apr 12 09:36:52 1999
Jane, I was also wondering if you had some tips on backpacking....thanks again,
your future competitor,
gyfg@grove.iup.edu
Jane
by thrill50,
Mon Apr 12 09:49:50 1999
I viewed the eco-challenge from the start. You are a great kyaker. It seems you have a great chance to win. Good luck!
Will Hudgens
U.S.A.
Jane
by rocig,
Mon Apr 12 09:59:49 1999
I would like to support your team in training or completing the Eco Challenge. What kinds of support roles does your team have?
Jane
by stephc8,
Mon Apr 12 11:05:51 1999
Dear Jane,
Your courage,strength and perserverance in the Eco-Challenge is absolutely amazing to watch. Thank you for being a wonderful example to other women and competitors out there. Wishing you all the best in Patagonia!
Stephanie L. Carey scarey@noville.com
Jane
by marygrow,
Mon Apr 12 14:06:35 1999
as a 48 y.o. woman, I could never keep up with you, but I truly admire all your efforts and inner beauty.
Jane
by claird7,
Mon Apr 12 14:26:19 1999
I have watched u and your team for the past two yrs. and i am very much inspired to start a team and compete u really are a strong person it is amazing what u have accomplished and i would like any advice on how u do what u do
Hi Jane
by iceguy84,
Mon Apr 12 14:53:49 1999
I think that The ECOChallenge is the most demanding sport out there that you can compete in. What is it like to have the whole world watching you?
Jane
by zuluprincess,
Mon Apr 12 14:54:32 1999
Jane sorry your team got lost in the gorge but your doing very well and i have faith in your abilities. Good Luck!
Jane
by jillp,
Mon Apr 12 15:43:04 1999
I am a 48-year-old woman, a runner and a "recreational athlete". It is so inspiring to see a female athlete competing at the level you do (and winning). Thank you!
Jane
by herrling,
Mon Apr 12 16:27:07 1999
Hi Jane, I just wanted to tell you that you are truly an inspiration to all female athletes and I was wondering what it felt like to start out into the night in first place and then suddenly get lost in the gorge? Was there any dissapointment when you dropped out of first place after holding on for so long? However, there is much of the race still left to go and I believe you and your team will be right back on top in no time at all. Good luck to you and your team!!! Sincerely, Karen :o)
Jane
by beankle,
Mon Apr 12 17:22:17 1999
Dear Jane-
I am in awe of you and your team. You make expitidion racing look really good! I'll be pulling for you in Patagonia.
-Karen
Jane
by noha,
Mon Apr 12 17:48:34 1999
HI!
Jane, you're amazing
by clamlice,
Mon Apr 12 17:54:54 1999
You are without a doubt the most interesting athlete I've had the pleasure of watching in the Eco Challenge over the years. You are such a trouper -- never complaining, never whinging, making it all look so effortless.
Good on you, girl, and don't stop competing. You put some of those big macho men to shame with your talents.
I would like to know your feelings regarding Team Mexico's comments about their female team member. They were so disparaging towards her, acting as if she had nothing to offer other than meeting the requirement of being a female. I found it rather sad, and completely out of the spirit of the Eco Challenge. The men on your team seem to treat you as an equal and respect your opinion.
What advice would you give her (besides finding another team) to deal with openly hostile teammates?
Good look in Patagonia,
Clam Lice
Jane
by marsupial,
Mon Apr 12 17:54:57 1999
Many of the teams became lost in hike after the kayak portion. Does the Eco challenge have rules against the use of a GPS? Believe me when I say everyone in the Eco Challenge is an inspiration to many...
Jane
by articman,
Mon Apr 12 18:06:28 1999
HELLO,
MY NAME IS PATRICK I AM 14 AND I WATCH ECO-CHALLENGE EVERY NIGHT THAT IT IS ON. IT IS ONE OF MY GOALS TO ENTER AND WIN ECO CHALLENGE JUST AS YOU HAVE. NEXT SUMMER I AM GOING TO NEW MEXICO TO HIKE 80 MILE I FIGURE THIS WILL HELP ME FIGURE HOW THE STRIAN ON YOU IS . OF COURSE 80 MILES IS NO WHERE NEAR AS MUCH AS 300 MILES. YOU ARE I FIRST PLACE NOW SO THIS IS GOOD NEW BECAUSE YOUR TEAM (ASSIE) AND TEAM NAVIGATOR ARE MY FAVORTE. YOU ARE BOTH IN FRONT OF MOST PEOPLE. SO THIS IS GOOD NEWS TO ME. THANK YOU FOR GIVEING ME THIS CHANCE TO RIGHT TO YOU
PAT
Jane
by kampgal1aolcom,
Mon Apr 12 18:43:13 1999
Dear Jane,
I have been watching you compete in Eco-Challenge since British Columbia, and I have to say that you are my hero. I am awaiting the day when I will get to cross the finish line of Eco-Challenge. I am only 17 right now but I am training hard and I watch every year. Everyone that I know says that I am obssesed with it, because I have hats and shirts and I tape every year. All I know is that adventure racing is my passion. And I just want you to know that you are my inspiration. You Rock! I hope to see you in many more races to come. If you have any advice for a young Eco-Challenge hopeful, I would love to hear from you. You have no idea how much your advice would mean to me.
Keep on treking,
Lindi
Jane
by loyalmoon,
Mon Apr 12 19:49:40 1999
HI Jane--I've been watching the Eco-Challenge the past two nights, and I think you are really brave, and have amazing mental strength!! I really want to do this someday
Jane
by mulder1013,
Mon Apr 12 19:52:42 1999
Hi Jane! I'm 14 and I want to know if there is an age limit. I think I want to do this. My cousin was going to but he couldn't get the funds. Maybe in a few years I can be the youngest female. GOtta jet, I have S.A.T. 's tomorrow. Wish me luck
lets try this again
by tweederbrooks,
Mon Apr 12 19:55:24 1999
like someone said before
how do you get a team together, get entered and fund the race. i would like to try some day,
Jane
by matski,
Mon Apr 12 20:54:46 1999
Jane, You did great, congratulations!!!
Jane
by rachel5910,
Mon Apr 12 21:16:53 1999
Jane, you are an excellent athlete. You inspire us all. Out of all of the eco-challenges which was the hardest course in your opinion.
Jane
by lorretta3,
Mon Apr 12 21:27:46 1999
You are amazing. Way to Go. I admired the way you hugged the girl in Cephros. Congratulations.
Aussie's Rule
by terry5,
Mon Apr 12 21:28:40 1999
Jane,
What a fabulous athlete, and fantastic person. I thought it was so sweet of you to give team Cepos's gal a hug at the end. You knew exactly what she needed and had the perception to give it. As my father would say, "Good on ya then". Did I mention Aussie's rule?
Best Wishes,
Gina
Jane
by leddy,
Mon Apr 12 21:30:15 1999
Hi Jane,
Great show! I'm _yet_another person who watches the Ecochallenge every year and is SO inspired by you all. But how does one START to prepare for an incredible race such as the Ecochallenge?
Leddy
USA
Jane
by lorretta3,
Mon Apr 12 21:30:44 1999
You are amazing. Way to Go. I admired the way you hugged the girl in Cephros. Congratulations.
Jane
by babeeface,
Mon Apr 12 21:37:49 1999
Hello Jane. A group of us has been watching the Eco-challenge Morrocco and are pumped about entering. We just don't know where to go for rules, regulations, or advice. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Jane
by quipu,
Mon Apr 12 21:41:30 1999
I will like to become part of an eco challenge race!!!
Where do i start
Jane
by brutus2000,
Mon Apr 12 21:54:43 1999
You are an inspiration to the world Jane.My wife and I have not missed an Eco-challenge race.In our minds,you are a huge winner.
Jane
by batman24,
Mon Apr 12 22:37:06 1999
dear jane: I'm very interested in participating unforntunatley I not quit sure on how to get the ball rolling. If it's not to much could you find some time to help me out thank you very much.
Sincerly
Pedro J. Cordoba
Average People - NOT
by dupdawn,
Mon Apr 12 22:58:55 1999
Jane,
I liked your comment that you don't have to be a
superhuman to complete the eco challenge - just a
group of average people. It is amazing how much
average people can accomplish when we push our
boundaries! I like to climb peaks in Colorado -
and I think I'm addicted to that feeling of struggling
to the top of a peak, sore and exhausted, sunburned,
hungry, sick. How incredible it is to get there
and see how much I overcame to summit! And how wonderful to go
out the next weekend and find that I can go a little
farther and push myself a little harder. I can
only imagine feeling the kind of satisfaction that
comes from finishing an adventure like the eco-challenge.
Thank you for your spirit, class, and humility...
you're an inspiration to all of the 'average people'
who wonder just how far we can take our strength!
Best regards,
Dawn, Colorado USA
Jane
by jjd128,
Tue Apr 13 00:10:19 1999
I've watched you race since the ECO-Challenge British Columbia, you and your teammates are truly inspiring and amazing. Since the team that won Eco-Challenge Australia was not in Morocco, did that make your team the team to beat??? Also, I believe the race in British Columbia was the toughest compared to the race in Australia and Morocco, do you agree???
Why or why not???
Thanks and all the best of luck in the future!!!
Jane
by jjd128,
Tue Apr 13 00:12:18 1999
I've watched you race since the ECO-Challenge British Columbia, you and your teammates are truly inspiring and amazing. Since the team that won Eco-Challenge Australia was not in Morocco, did that make your team the team to beat??? Also, I believe the race in British Columbia was the toughest compared to the race in Australia and Morocco, do you agree???
Why or why not???
Thanks and all the best of luck in the future!!!
Jane
by salmatt210,
Tue Apr 13 00:15:54 1999
One word -
AWESOME!
Jane
by joatmon19aolcom,
Tue Apr 13 00:19:54 1999
You are truly awe- inspiring. You and your fellow athletes take your abilities to a level most can only dream of. I think you would be a wonderful person to know. Congratulations on all of your hard work and the best of luck next year. - Melissa
Jane
by deo,
Tue Apr 13 00:26:42 1999
What was the most painful injury you suffered, and how did you defeat the pain? Also, I am interested to know what type of wildlife you encountered along the way.
ok,....one last question- what was the first thing you did after the race?
Thanks - Liz
Jane
by scrappyd,
Tue Apr 13 00:30:55 1999
We have now watched you in 2 Eco Challenges and have come away each time inspired by your will - endurance, your ability to see the beauty through the pain,your leadership AND teamwork skills, and your compassion (ie; hug to 3rd place lady).
Of the many things that you draw from in your personal life what has helped you to see through to the end for each of the Eco Challenges..?
Happy and healthy continuing journeys to you
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